TORONTO, Oct. 6 /CNW/ - On Sunday, October 5, 10,000 CIBC employees,
their families and friends took part in the 17th annual Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure, joining 170,000 people in 55 communities all
across Canada to raise $28.5 million. Early estimates show that Team CIBC
together raised $1.4 million through the collection of pledges and fundraising
events.
    "Creating a future without breast cancer and the Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure has become CIBC's most strongly supported
cause," said Sonia Baxendale, Senior Executive Vice-President, CIBC Retail
Markets. "Our employees and their families and friends participate in the Run
across the country. We are proud of the 6,000 employee volunteers who are
dedicated to making this event such a tremendous success, helping raise more
than $17 million since 1992. In particular, we would also like to recognize
Angela Garnett, a CIBC employee in Victoria, BC, who raised $51,655 in support
of the Run, the highest amount of any participant."
    "CIBC has been involved with the Run since its inception and the efforts
of CIBC employees and their enthusiasm and dedication has made a significant
difference. We are proud of the strong partnership we have developed with CIBC
over the years" said Alison J. Youngman, Chair of the Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation national board, "Team CIBC should be proud of its tremendous
contribution to the Foundation's vision of creating a future without breast
cancer."

    About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure

    The Run is CIBC's most strongly supported community activity and the
country's premier fundraising event dedicated to creating a future without
breast cancer. The 2008 Run was another extraordinary experience that
connected 170,000 Canadians in 55 communities all across the country.
Together, $28.5 million was raised to fund innovative and relevant breast
cancer research, education, and awareness programs.

    About CIBC

    CIBC is committed to supporting causes that matter to our clients, our
employees and our communities. We aim to make a difference in communities
through corporate donations, sponsorships and the volunteer spirit of
employees. With a strategic focus on youth, education and health, and employee
commitment to causes including the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run
for the Cure, United Way and the CIBC World Markets Children's Foundation, we
are investing in the social and economic development of communities across the
country. In 2007, CIBC group of companies contributed more than $36 million
worldwide to charitable organizations and community initiatives. Of this, $27
million was invested in Canada to support national regional and local
organizations. To learn more, visit www.cibc.com/pas

    About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

    The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation is the leading national
volunteer-based organization dedicated to creating a future without breast
cancer. The Foundation works collaboratively to fund, support, and advocate
for: relevant and innovative breast cancer research; meaningful education and
awareness programs; early diagnosis and effective treatment; and a positive
quality of life for those living with breast cancer. For more information
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